Exploring the Rich History of Mural Painting Ancient Artistry: Mural painting, a timeless art form, traces its origins to ancient civilizations and has left an indelible mark on human history. The Origin of “Mural“: A Journey Through Time: Enduring Expression:…
Mahalwari System revised under Lord William Bentinck in 1833 Unveiling the Mahalwari System The Genesis of Change Lord Wellesley’s bold initiatives from 1801 to 1806 expanded British territories in North India, marking the birth of the North-Western Provinces. Originally mirroring…
The Slave Dynasty Introduction The Slave Dynasty, the inaugural line of rulers in the Delhi Sultanate, played a pivotal role in shaping Indian history. From 1206 to 1290, this Muslim kingdom witnessed a unique blend of Turkish influence and Mamluk…
Unveiling the Mansabdari System Understanding the Mansab System The term “mansab” in the Mughal era denotes a position and rank within their administrative structure. During Babur’s time, the term “wajhdar” was initially used instead of “mansabdar.” However, this shifted with…
Cornwallis Reforms and Zamindari System/Permanent Settlement: A Shift in Dynamics Cornwallis’s Realizations 1. Cornwallis recognized the detrimental impact of the existing system on the country, with a declining agricultural sector and insufficient surpluses for the East India Company’s export ambitions.…
Beginning of Mughal Architecture The historical narrative of architecture spanning the 16th to 18th centuries unfolds as a captivating account of the Mughal Emperors’ building endeavours. This architectural saga, however, experienced a brief hiatus during the rule of the Surs…
Key Points The Quit India Movement, despite its ultimate failure in achieving its primary goal, left a lasting impact by highlighting the determination and resilience of the Indian populace in their quest for independence. Introduction The Quit India Movement stands…
Charter Act 1833 Key Points 1. The Governor-General of Bengal became the Governor-General of India. 2. The Company’s monopoly over trade with China in tea also ended. 3. The commercial functions of the company in India were taken away completely…
Background and Emergence of Individual Satyagraha During World War II, the British Government sought Indian cooperation and made the “August Offer” announcement on August 8, 1940. This offer promised the formation of a representative Indian body to draft a new…
Veer Surendra Sai Veer Surendra Sai (1809–1884) was an illustrious freedom fighter from Odisha, India. Born into Sambalpur’s royal family, he rightfully claimed the throne. However, the British East India Company installed a puppet ruler instead of recognizing his claim.…